Lexus RX450h+ - 9 months and 7,000 miles - I love this vehicle!
We purchased our 2025 Lexus RX 450h+ in July 2025, trading in our 2022 Toyota RAV4 Prime.
Since they share a nearly identical PHEV drivetrain, I wanted to share my experience making the jump! I've been a Toyota guy my entire life, and it's been awesome joining the Lexus family.The RAV4 Prime was a fantastic vehicle that I still miss sometimes. It was perfect when we were a family of four, but we recently welcomed our third child and needed more space.
Why my family loves the RX PHEV:
* More Space: The RX is noticeably wider in the second row. We have enough room for all three kids and their car seats to fit comfortably, even on long road trips! We have a teenager and two kiddos in Diono Radian car seats, one forward facing and the other rear facing.
* Ride Quality: The RX is significantly more comfortable, smooth, and quiet inside than the RAV4. The RX Luxury seats are truly an upgrade with the thigh extenders and just the right amount of padding.
The RX is already an amazing vehicle on its own, but the flexibility and gas-saving convenience of the PHEV drivetrain is just the icing on the cake.
Happy to answer any questions about fitting car seats across the back and the accessories/customizations I've completed on our RX.